MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN
TOWN OF MOUNT DESERT, MAINE
Monday, April 7, 2003
A meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held this date in the Somesville Fire House, Somesville, Maine.
Those present included: Chairman Rick Savage, Ernest Coombs, Emily Damon Pascal, Patrick Smallidge, Jerry Suminsby; Town Manager Michael MacDonald; Public Works Director Tony Smith; Police Chief John Doyle, Assessor John Brushwein, Harbor Master Will Boddy, Treasurer Jean Bonville, Code Enforcement Officer Brent Hamor, and members of the public.
Call to order.
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Savage at 6:30 p.m.
Minutes
A. Approval of minutes of Regular Meeting of March 24, 2003.
Selectman Damon Pascal asked to clarify a point in the minutes, page 10, lines 18-19, regarding the issuance of fire permits. It was noted that the Fire Chief currently does not have authority to issue long term burning permits.
MOTION: Selectman Damon Pascal moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 24, 2003 with the clarification noted, seconded by Selectman Coombs. The vote was unanimous in favor.
6:35 P.M. Public Hearing - ME DOT Pretty Marsh Road Project
Chairman Savage called the Public Hearing.
Dawn Coffin, the Maine Dept. of Transportation Project Manager for Division II, addressed the public and introduced several members of the construction project team. She explained the project as part of the Rural Road Initiative Program for minor collector roads. The project is initiated by the Town, which pays 33% of the cost. The state pays the remaining 67%. The road currently has a 10’-11’ paved travel lane with a gravel shoulder of varying width and material. Ms. Coffin explained the difference in road standards between federal regulations and state standards, and the need to consider the traffic data when constructing a road. She said the state standards will allow a narrower road and shoulder than federal standards. The total paved travel way would be 14’, with a 10’-11’ road way, the
smaller size possibly decreasing speed on the road. A ditch will be cut along side the shoulder. The project will start at the Northern Neck Road heading west for about 1.2 miles, with a maximum cost of $450,000. The length of the project will depend on material costs. Some areas will have structure added to the road to build it up for better drainage. She discussed the needs for better drainage, and taking the road off the “back log,” brining it up to modern road standards. In some areas they will be reclaiming the road and resurfacing. There may be minor cuts and fill to even out ditches and shave hills. They will not be changing the curves or the center line.
The cutting for drainage ditches will give a 3/1 slope by the road side, and a 2/1 back slope. They usually cut trees to the extent of the DOT right of way, which is 33’ from the center line except for historic or ornamental trees, but she said they would try to be flexible. They may start construction as soon as two weeks, and are currently looking for places to dump or stockpile materials. They are not taking any new right of ways, but will be working out two easements from property owners for work around driveways. They will be moving four poles and blasting some ledge. They have gotten environmental permits from DEP, Inland Wildlife and Fisheries.
Rick Fuerst asked how deep the ditches would be. Ms. Coffin explained the 3/1 side slope was the steepest they could do without a guardrail; a 2/1 would require a guardrail and require more space. A 2/1 back slope was the steepest they could do for stability. They normally do a three foot ditch, but have some flexibility to make it shallower.
Mr. Fuesrt wanted to clarify the total area of clearing for the ditches and slopes, which came to 15’ beyond the shoulder. His point was that the road cleared area would go from about 30’ to 66’. She agreed that would be the maximum area. She explained about road-side recovery efforts to let more sunlight in to reduce icing. She said they do need to provide better drainage, but want to be flexible.
Selectman Damon Pascal asked how the DOT set its priorities for this work, and decided on this road. Ms. Coffin said the Rural Road Initiative projects are all town initiated, so Mount Desert came to the DOT. In their last program there were just a few towns that had applied, so all were accepted. The Road Commissioner brought it to their attention as a road that had caused problems for the Town, with winter maintenance, frost heaves, wheel ruts, soft pavement. It was noted that one of the Town trucks recently fell through the edge of the pavement.
Ted Bromage thanked the Town for applying for this project. He asked how this would compare to the road heading into Northeast Harbor. Ms. Coffin said that road exceeds the state standards. The federal funds for that project mandated the width, because it was partly through Park property and included width for bike lanes.
Dave Irvin asked about three particular parts of the project area: the area near Pond’s End, the dip area near the bog/marsh, and the area at the outflow of Round Pond. He also asked about the comparison of this project to Route 102 towards Southwest Harbor, and whether bike lanes were required. Ms. Coffin said they would not have a road as wide as the road to Southwest Harbor, but the DOT now has a policy to include shoulders on all roads they work on, addressing the bike lane question. Mr. Sargent from the construction team said the Pond’s End portion of the project will be cutting a bout 1.5’ off the knoll, will have some ditches and will try to blend the new construction with what is there already. He said they are only going about 150’ from the Northern Neck Road in that direction.
Regarding the outflow area of Round Pond, he said the culvert there was in bad shape and they need to do more design on it. They may need to replace the culvert pipe, and possibly extend it. The area by the marsh may have to be built up about 1.5’ by the low area. He didn’t think the project will get that far, but be just short of that area, depending on the expense. He discussed the natural slopes along portions of the road, with no need for ditches in some areas. Several other parts of the road were noted as dangerous for sight or in need of work. He also said they understood the desire to cut as little as possible, and would make ditches shallower where possible to minimize the cleared area.
Brian Pollard asked why they didn’t address two other areas of the road that are very dangerous: the Beech Hill turn and the intersection with Route 102. He said a raised tear drop at the corner would be better than the painted one there now, and that without signs for the turn to Beech Hill it is a major safety concern.
Ms. Coffin suggested that signage would be very helpful, and they could ask the Traffic Engineers to place a sign. She said the Traffic Engineers department addresses those concerns, they have limited funds, but she would ask about it.
There was a discussion about cutting 15’ beyond the road and the changes that will make on the character of the area, taking down many large trees. Ms. Coffin said their interest was in improved drainage, and they may accomplish that by building up the road surface. She also said they are willing to clear the minimum area necessary to provide drainage. When asked how property owners could get in touch with them she said they had cards to distribute that evening and their office was in Ellsworth. She also said their construction crew would be on hand to discuss individual concerns throughout the project. There was also some discussion about who initiated the project and if it was finalized. Ms. Coffin said the DOT had asked towns to identify problem state aid roads to include in this Initiative. Public Works Director
Tony Smith said he had asked the Board of Selectmen to approve the project and they did approve the funds needed.
There was some discussion of another dangerous section of the road, with some residents wanting work done and others wanting no changes made, disagreeing that it was dangerous. There was also some disagreement among residents about the natural character of the area, and if the amount of tree growth was historically part of that natural character. Ms. Coffin said the improved shoulders of the road will help with safety issues. She also said that during construction they will have radio-equipped flaggers at each end. They expect the construction to last through August. In response to a concern about increased speed and noise on the new road, she said that keeping the road width at 10’ will help reduce speed. It was generally agreed that area residents wanted to keep the clearing of trees and other growth to a minimum.
Rick Fuerst said he thought the plan to use this money on this section of road was ill-conceived, considering the other safety considerations sited, and that there had not been enough public input early on.
John Kelley, representing Acadia National Park, noted the Park owned land along the road and was concerned about the impacts on the ecology and water quality. He questioned the process of their decisions and why the Park was not involved earlier. Ms. Coffin admitted they had mistakenly neglected to notify the Park a year ago, when letters to other property owners were sent out. The DOT and ANP have met recently. Mr. Kelley asked what kind of compliance had been done to address their concerns. Ms. Coffin said they were looking at environmental concerns: they would seed and mulch exposed areas daily, they would use jute matte or hay seed matte until grasses take over. She said they would forward all compliance forms to the Park, and are still working with Inland Wildlife and Fisheries on some issues. She said they would
walk with property owners over the area to hear their specific concerns.
When asked if the project could be put on hold to balance the issues of safety and aesthetics, she said in that case the funds would probably go to another town.
Rick Fuerst asked the Board to defer this project for further input, admitting he did receive a letter last year, but only saw the plans in February. He said this road and ditch design would be a major change and a new concept for MDI roads, that once done it’s too late to change it, and it means using all the Town’s road money on this when it could be used elsewhere.
Ms. Coffin noted that the Town has incurred some expenses so far on the engineering costs. She also repeated that they understood the desire to avoid major cutting and would cut the minimum necessary to provide proper drainage. She said they will consider 2’ ditches, which will be closer to the road and reduce clearing areas.
This concluded the public hearing. There was a three minute recess. The regular meeting continued at 7:30 pm.
III. Appointments and Communications
A. Approve new appointments of Jim Bright and Gary Fountain to the Warrant Committee.
MOTION: Selectman Suminsby moved to approve the above appointments, seconded by Selectman Damon Pascal. The vote was unanimous in favor.
B. Acknowledge receipt of Superior Court ruling on Sewer Fees.
No action required. Chairman Savage noted it had been written about in the papers and there was no need for discussion at this time.
C. Approve statutory annual appointments of the Warrant Committee.
Selectman Damon Pascal read the list of appointments.
MOTION: Selectman Coombs moved to approve the above appointments, seconded by Selectman Smallidge. The vote was unanimous in favor.
D. Acknowledge receipt of “Notice of Violation” (NOV) from Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection, received March 24, 2003.
Chairman Savage noted this was in reference to the Otter Creek sewage treatment plant.
Mr. MacDonald said they had been in contact with the DEP. They had received a notice that violation of the toxicity section of the violation is being amended, so this notice will be replaced by another notice and the time for compliance will start again. The DEP will be looking for a consent decree to address the violations that have occurred. They will be coming before the Board for its approval.
Selectman Coombs asked why there had not been temporary power at the two plants. Mr. MacDonald said they had bought the generators last year, but had not gotten electricians there to install the hook ups until recently. Mr. Smith said the original generators were not functioning. The transfer switches from pump stations had been robbed of various parts and they were in the process of putting things back together. He said currently everything has back up power except Somesville, which should be up by the end of the week.
No action required.
Mr. MacDonald noted that the DEP knows the Town is trying to upgrade the plant, and that the Conservation Law Foundation has added this plant to their list if site concerns.
IV. Consent Agenda
A. Approve liquor license for Stanley Enterprises, Inc., DBA Abel’s Lobster Pound.
B. Authorize release of funds for Horace and Mary Reynolds Scholarship.
MOTION: Selectman Suminsby moved to accept the consent agenda as presented, seconded by Selectman Coombs.
Treasurer Bonville said it should be mentioned that the scholarship is for $1,000 and must be voted on. Selectman Savage asked if this was the kind of situation that would not happen in the future, accepting conditions for relatively small amounts of funds that require action by the Board. Mrs. Bonville suggested that in the future they should not accept them.
The vote by the Board on the motion was unanimous in favor.
V. Selectmen Reports
Selectman Savage noted that the Board had appointed Jim Bright to the Cranberry Isles parking committee and that he had a report to make.
Mr. Bright said Cranberry Isles wishes to split the rented lot to give registered voters the first right to spaces and then developed lot owners. That would mean that one household could have many spaces, potentially displacing some long term renters. He said Eve Harrison assured them they would be considerate about the use, but Mr. Bright was still concerned that it would mean many cars would be left back on Mount Desert roads. A solution he suggested is that during the busy season they limit it to one space per household or developed lot. He noted that he would get a space himself as a property owner, but was still concerned about the impact for Mount Desert of the overflow of cars.
Selectman Suminsby said the important thing was to encourage them to come up with a constructive long-term solution, rather than taking care of their immediate needs for parking. Mr. Bright said it would be fine in the winter to have 5 spaces for a household, but the summer would present problems. He said most people who rent the spaces believe they rent it from Mount Desert, not Cranberry.
Selectman Savage asked if it hadn’t always been Cranberry who decides on the lot distribution. Police Chief Doyle confirmed that prior to him, Chief Mandell had issued permits based on input from Cranberry. Selectman Damon Pascal agreed that Cranberry should make the decisions on who gets the spaces, and asked why Mount Desert would be involved in it. Mr. Bright said it could become a problem for the Town. Selectman Suminsby said the point was to give input back to Cranberry for a solution that was good for both towns. Mr. Bright said Cranberry wants to start assigning spots by the middle of May, so he asked the Board to think about it for the next meeting. Selectman Coombs said it was OK to make the suggestion, but that Mount Desert should not get involved in their decision, since we are leasing the lot to the
town. Selectman Savage suggested putting it on the agenda for the next meeting, and Mr. Bright said he will be at the meeting to report.
VI. Old Business
A. Direct Town Manager to continue development of Sewer Ordinance. Discussion of inclusion of a fee section.
Selectman Smallidge said it didn’t make sense to include the sewer fee in the ordinance. The Town needed a sewer ordinance, but the recent vote showed it wouldn’t pass with the fee included.
Selectman Suminsby said it was possible to tweak the ordinance and come to a compromise, and bring that back to the voters. He said ultimately the fee should be included in an ordinance, to make it less cumbersome and confusing. He said there could be a vote on all but that section, but “a house divided will not stand.” He said that section defined the fee structure, and he was in favor of bringing it back, but in such a way that if that section failed the rest will hold.
Selectman Damon Pascal suggested working on the fee section, then putting it to a vote, and wanted the Board all to agree on the fee system first. Selectman Suminsby asked if they were talking about the fee structure or a rate schedule.
Selectman Smallidge said there had been several votes already, with the most recent vote close, but there was no sense in having it slaughtered. It would be better to find something that would be agreeable, bring it back to the Board, and then to a Town vote. He suggested having a committee of those on both sides of the issue to hammer out a compromise that was acceptable. Selectman Suminsby said the fee rates would not be included in an ordinance.
Selectman Savage said the emotion is all about the fee, but that the motion on the agenda is to direct the Manager. He said the ordinance was defeated because of the fee, and that the Town and property owners are not protected by the current ordinance. The Board recognizes it needs an ordinance, and had included a section that was supposed to depoliticize the fee. Before jumping to conclusion on the fee, he suggested focusing on the ordinance.
Davie Irvin asked if the ordinance could just say that the Selectmen would from time to time charge a fee, without how they would do it. Selectman Savage said it did say that, but put out how they would do it, which was enough to defeat the ordinance. He said that how they collect a fee could change from time to time, and it had to be recognized that there would be a fee of some kind, some day.
Jim Bright said the ordinance never said the fee was going to be a certain way, but how the base of the fee was to be defined, limiting it to the operation and maintenance of the sewer, so capital costs would not be included and was intended to protect the users from cost-prohibitive rates.
Jim Robinson said there had been lots of meetings, talk and devisiveness, which would continue as long as they continued to call it a “sewer user fee.” Some people will always hate it. He said separating the fee from the rest of the ordinance will create fewer problems, and that people were generally not opposed to giving relief to non-users.
Selectman Suminsby said the crux is that the Board can set a fee, there could be two ordinances, the rates were another issue, and that whatever it’s called we have to have an ordinance.
Kay Graves said we have just gone through months of wrangling, and that putting a sewer user fee back in will get the same results, and suggested keeping it out. She said that either way the issue will come up again, because people need to know how much it will cost. She said everyone knows it will go up in time, but also want a peaceful settlement.
There was a suggestion to implement the fee, then put it in the ordinance.
Selectman Coombs said the Board had said that voting down the ordinance would have no effect on the fee, yet people still thought the fee was defeated. He said they could establish a fee, but still need an ordinance. He also said they need to protect both users and non-users, or could do as other towns do and have the users pay for capital expenses as well as operations.
Ted Bromage said there was a fear of the unknown, and some of those who wanted a fee worried because it precluded ever including capital expenses. He agreed the Town needed an ordinance quickly, but said the Board has the power and should implement a fee.
Selectman Smallidge said the issue was so filled with discontent because the Board had rammed it down people’s throats and they didn’t like it. He said that made it more difficult for people on opposing sides to sit down and talk about it. Before any fee is enacted it should go into committee to see if they can find a fee the voters can live with.
Brain Pollard said he was trouble by the assumption that two ordinances were needed. The Town needed an ordinance on sewers, and it needed to develop a way to fund sewers, to pay for it. He said such an agreement could be added to an existing ordinance, so suggested passing the basic ordinance at a special Town Meeting. Then, when the fee issue is developed it could be added.
Dennis Smith said everyone wants a solution, but they are not thinking outside the envelope. He suggested there may be some innovative solutions.
Gerard Haraden said they all agree that they need a sewer ordinance and are coming to the realization of the need for a fee also. He said the ordinance without a fee will pass, and the Board has the authority to implement a fee. He suggested putting the ordinance without a fee to a vote.
Selectman Savage said he had to agree now it would be wise to remove the fee section and put the sewer ordinance on the warrant at the regular Town Meeting, that he wants to avoid a special meeting. He said the sentiment is clear and asked for a motion.
Selectman Suminsby suggested including the fee section as an amendment and to hold a special Town Meeting. There was some discussion about holding a special meeting. It was agreed to hold it at the next town Meeting, whether regular or special, and without the fee section.
MOTION: Selectman Smallidge moved to amend the proposed ordinance, leaving out the fee Article 10, and prepare it for the next Town Meeting, seconded by Selectman Suminsby. The vote was unanimous in favor.
There was a discussion about the need for a special Town Meeting, and the idea that the LUZO might also be on a warrant at a special meeting. It was decided to discuss it at the next Board meeting, and that a special Town Meeting could be held before July 4.
B. A motion to propose options to fund the sewer system
Moved: “To propose, in a timely manner, with a plan to implement sewer
funding, based on several proposals for alternative, equitable, systems
including, but not limited to:
a, A surtax on the real estate tax of those properties on the sewer.
b. A rebate payment to those properties not on the sewer.
c. A funding system based on water meters as used in other towns."
Selectman Savage corrected to language of the Motion to “To proceed, in a timely manner,…”
Jim Bright read from State Statutes 30A, Subsection 3406 the various ways that money can be raised for water and sewer system rates. He said he believed that options a. and b. above would not be allowed by state statute.
Selectman Suminsby said they had old legal opinions that those options would not work because they are illegal. Selectman Smallidge said adjustment of property tax is least objectionable to many people on both sides of the issue. Kay Graves said some relief is already offered by pumping septic systems and having different property assessments. She said there had to be a way to do it without making people upset, and that no one had a choice of living on the sewer system.
John Brushwein said a surtax, or a rebate, was not legal and that the tax system was set by the state. He said Palermo had tried a rebate for seniors, but it wasn’t legal. He said it would require a legislative change to allow it. Jim Robinson said there had been recent legislative meetings to look at giving towns more flexibility, and it was good to look at rather than just ruling it out. Brian Pollard said they were starting to look at details rather than keeping to the broader picture. These were just examples, and there may be many more ideas.
Selectman Suminsby said he wanted to focus on what was possible, and even if going to the legislature there were legal options currently available that should be looked at. He read a list of options from the statutes. He said the Town could replicate the same system the water district uses, but it could be heftier fees on some houses. He said it was a system that is readily there and doesn’t need a lot of metering.
Selectman Smallidge said he would want a motion to state the formation of a committee to look at other proposals. He did not want to endorse a motion for a fee. Selectman Savage said accepting this motion was not endorsing anything, and they would have to decide on a committee. There was a discussion about including portions of the motion which are currently illegal and the possibility of changing legislation. John Brushwein suggested changing the motion to simply discuss “alternative and equitable systems,” leaving out any examples.
MOTION: Selectman Damon Pascal moved to proceed, in a timely manner, with a plan to implement sewer funding, based on several proposals for alternative and equitable systems, seconded by Selectman Suminsby. The vote was unanimous in favor.
VII. New Business
A. Authorize Town Manager to apply for and sign contract with State Planning Office for Comprehensive Planning Grant. Grant requires 33% town match, funds raised and appropriated in 2003 budget (account 0406-2901 approx. $7,500).
Mr. MacDonald said the Town is applying to the state for a grant to help rewrite the Town Comprehensive Plan, and he needs authority to sign a contract when the grant goes through. Bobby Williams, staff person to the Ordinance Review Committee, said the planning is going smoothly, the grant is due Friday and needs a signature. The state will give $22,000 or more if accepted. The Town must match the grant with $7,500, which was already appropriated. She said they have done the survey, worked with College of the Atlantic on GIS mapping, a $7,000 value, and hope to have the Town vote on the plan in two years. She also said the state has warned the committee that even if accepted we may not receive the funds.
MOTION: Selectman Suminsby moved to authorize Town Manager to apply for and sign contract with State Planning Office for Comprehensive Planning Grant, seconded by Selectman Smallidge. The vote was unanimous in favor.
B. Investment of surplus town funds per recommendation of Treasurer Bonville.
Mrs. Bonville explained the Town currently has excess funds she would normally invest, but the funds are all committed to near term projects. She recommended not investing the money now. Selectman Savage said it was up to Mrs. Bonville, and no vote was required.
C. Award bid for Tax Anticipation Note (TAN) borrowing, MOVE the Following “Make a motion to approve the attached votes necessary for borrowing in anticipation of taxes. Said votes to become part of the minutes of this meeting”
Mrs. Bonville said she recommended accepting the lowest bid, from Union Trust, for $1.7 million tax anticipation note at a rate of 1.06%.
MOTION: Selectman Suminsby moved to accept the bid from Union Trust, seconded by Selectman Coombs. The vote was unanimous in favor.
MOTION: Selectman Suminsby moved to approve the attached votes necessary for borrowing in anticipation of taxes. Said votes to become part of the minutes of this meeting. Selectman Coombs seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor.
VIII. General Issues
A. Discussion of timing and distribution of e-mail version of Selectmen’s meeting agenda.
Mr. MacDonald said the internet service had been sidelining emails from the Town office of agendas because so many names were on the list, delaying receipt of the agendas. There was a discussion of when the agendas were decided upon and sent. He said by Wednesday 80-90% of the agenda items were decided.
There was a discussion about the timing, with some selectmen interested in having as much advance notice of the agenda as possible, and the idea of a cut off date for adding items. Selectman Damon Pascal said the Board should be in more control of the agenda and know what’s on it before the public does, with discretion for the Chairman to add on to it later. She also wanted to be sure all Board members had more equal leverage on setting the agenda.
Selectman Suminsby said he was comfortable with a draft by Wednesday. He also said there should be some kind of balance between the Board working in private and each item on the agenda having full public participation. He said the Board needed more time to work as a group in addition to working with the town residents.
There were several comments from the public about ways to interact outside of meetings; the need for agenda earlier, such as a week in advance; the suggestion that people get the agendas from the Town office rather than rely on email; and the notion that any process which eliminates interested people would be a bad thing. Mr. MacDonald said they were not considering eliminating emails, and had received permission from Prexar to send out notices to large lists without being sidelined.
Selectman Savage said they would have agenda drafts for Board members on Wednesday, with the final agenda sent on Fridays to the public. He said other issues could be brought up at the meetings in Selectmen’s Reports. He also noted the official minutes are not what’s in an email, they may be amended. The only official record is the bound copy at the Town office, but the agendas posted in the Post Offices are the official notice. It was noted that those notices are often not posted in a timely manner.
Floats for public bid.
Harbor Master Will Boddy said there are excess floats and asked the Board to approve putting them out to bid. Selectman Savage said Mr. Boddy should prepare a list of excess property valued under $5,000. Mr. MacDonald said they would follow the process for sealed bids and will have a list prepared for the next meeting.
IX. Treasurer’s Warrants
A. Treasurer’s Warrants #32 - $330,038.94, #31 - $91,000.73
MOTION: Selectman Suminsby moved to approve the above warrants.
Selectman Damon Pascal asked about the arrow notations on page 7 of the Treasurer’s Warrant. Mrs. Bonville explained there were two sheets to sign because of a correction in dates for the particular item.
Selectman Damon Pascal seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor.
X. Other Business
A. Harbor Master grievance, decision to let Town Manger decision stand or to set date to hear grievance.
Selectman Savage said the agenda item was to either make a decision to let the Town Manager’s decision stand or to hear a grievance at a future time. To let the decision stand would preclude hearing the grievance.
Selectman Damon Pascal said she felt due process should stand and they should hear the grievance. Selectman Smallidge also felt they should hear the grievance.
Selectman Suminsby said he didn’t see anything in the personnel policy to give a clear position for the grievance, so he thought they should let the decision stand. Selectman Coombs also didn’t see any grievance, and should let the decision stand.
Selectman Savage asked for a positive motion to let the Manager’s decision stand, noting that if it passed that would be the end of the case, and if it was denied they would hear the grievance.
MOTION: Selectman Suminsby moved to let the Town Manager’s decision stand on the matter of Will Boddy’s grievance, seconded by Selectman Coombs. The vote was three to two in favor, with Selectman Damon Pascal and Selectman Smallidge opposed. The motion carried.
XI. Executive Session - None requested
Selectman Savage asked for a request for adjournment.
MOTION: Selectman Coombs moved to adjourn, seconded by Selectman Suminsby. The vote was unanimous in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Emily Damon Pascal
Secretary
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